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Student achievement will be measured using the mastery system in accordance with College policy. Students will receive ongoing feedback from the instructor throughout the course. Evaluation will be based on learning outcomes and course content. Mastery will be granted to students who achieve an average of at least 70% on the items listed below. Evaluation will include, but need not be limited to, completing the following tasks:

-A collection of practice reading and vocabulary assignments (such as short answer questions, multiple choice, matching, true/false, or outlines with a list of main ideas and key details) from at least 2-3 written texts of up to 1 page in length, demonstrating an understanding of the sequence of events in narration or main points in description. At least 1 of the assignments must include an explanation of a form, a table, a schedule, or a short business brochure and flyer.

-At least 3 in-class reading and/or vocabulary quizzes to demonstrate mastery of skills (such as identifying main ideas and supporting details in written texts, scanning to find information, understanding newly acquired vocabulary, or guessing the meaning of vocabulary from context).

- At least one literary project in which students are engaged with adapted literary texts in reading circles and complete assigned reading and vocabulary tasks.

-A final exam to demonstrate mastery of reading skills. This may be comprehensive or based on several skills only.

Sample grade breakdown:

A collection of practice reading assignments worth up to 25% (total)

Reading and vocabulary quizzes worth up to 25% (total)

A literary project worth up to 20%

A final exam worth up to 20%

Participation worth up to 10%